BUILDING HOMES THAT BECOME HOMES
A limited collection of rebuilt historic homes led by developer Gus Renny and partners.
Years in South FL Residential Development
Homes Built, Restored, or Reimagined
Sq. Ft. of Luxury Homes Delivered
Total Development Volume
Focused on West Palm Beach’s most established neighborhoods, with select hillside projects in California.
Where We Build
We focus on neighborhoods where historic architecture, original massing and street character guide the work.
El Cid
Restoring El Cid’s historic Mediterranean homes while preserving the neighborhood’s protected scale.
Prospect & Southland Park
Transforming coastal cottages with brighter interiors, open layouts, and fully renewed systems.
Flamingo Park
Reworking historic character homes with improved light, better circulation, and discreet additions.
California Hillsides
New hillside builds and rebuilt canyon homes crafted for modern living across Los Angeles.
Featured Residences
A DeveloperLed PracticeLed Practice
GDR Development rebuilds homes with architectural value. Many projects begin as historic or character structures requiring preservation-minded planning.
Built with a single, cohesive design vision
Remains involved from start to finish
Rebuilt layouts designed for modern living
Premium materials selected intentionally
Limited releases to maintain craftsmanship
Long-term durability over quick turnover
Buy Direct From the Developer
Buy through the GDR Development via a strategic partnership with Renny Realty for clearer pricing and non-traditional commission structures.
Restored for Longevity and Modern Living
GDR homes are rebuilt for value, blending period details with upgraded systems and durable materials for South Florida’s climate.
Oversight That Elevates Every Rebuild
Projects are guided to ensure appropriate scale, improved layouts, stronger structures, and consistent craftsmanship in Mediterranean, Mission, and coastal homes in West Palm Beach.
Buyer Experiences
From the first walkthrough, the balance between historic character and modern structure was obvious. The house looks like it belongs on the street, but it lives like a new residence inside.
The way light moves through the home and how the rooms connect feels intentional. Working directly with the developer meant we understood every decision behind the rebuild.
This was the most organized experience we've had purchasing a home. Communication was consistent, details were documented and nothing felt unclear.
From the first walkthrough, the balance between historic character and modern structure was obvious. The house looks like it belongs on the street, but it lives like a new residence inside.
The way light moves through the home and how the rooms connect feels intentional. Working directly with the developer meant we understood every decision behind the rebuild.
This was the most organized experience we've had purchasing a home. Communication was consistent, details were documented and nothing felt unclear.